Political Quotes

“I rise to join my colleagues to pay tribute to Vice President Joe Biden. Joe has made countless contributions to our country throughout his more than 40 years in public service and six terms in the U.S. Senate. Whether it was passing the Violence Against Women Act, leading the congressional opposition to apartheid South Africa, or advocating for Amtrak, Joe honored the Senate with his service. This year, after the loss of his beloved son Beau, Joe harnessed his grief to spearhead a new Cancer Moonshot initiative to accelerate finding cures for cancer. This past Monday night, with Joe presiding, we named this initiative in memory of Beau. After Monday's vote, Joe said that it made him realize all of the support he has had since Beau's passing. In the face of his own loss, Joe has supported countless other families in similar situations. I will remember Joe for this incredible empathy. This year we lost our colleague and friend Congressman Mark Takai of Hawaii. I affectionately called Mark my younger brother, and his passing was a shock to many of us. Joe joined us to honor Mark at a memorial service here in the Capitol. Reflecting on his own life, Joe spoke directly to Mark's wife, Sami, and his children, Matthew and Kaila: I promise you that the day will come when Mark's memory brings a smile to your lips before it brings a tear to your eye. My prayer for you and your family is that they come sooner rather than later. But I promise you.…”